Lost You Forever (2023) s01e39 Episode Script
Episode 39
1
ADAPTED FROM TONG HUA'S ORIGINAL WORK,
LOST YOU FOREVER
All right. Put me down.
I can do it.
Come on.
-Put me down.
-All right. Stop it.
All right.
You'd better leave now.
You
You saw Jing today.
Well,
have you really
gotten over him?
Yes.
I wish I could do it.
I wish I could forget everything.
Today,
I did it on purpose.
I chatted and laughed
as usual in front of him.
When he looked sad,
I was actually very happy.
If he was like me today,
chatting and laughing
as if nothing happened,
I guess I would feel very upset.
I always say things that I don't mean.
I said we should be strangers,
but in my heart,
I don't want him
to forget me so quickly.
I can pretend like I don't care,
but I won't allow him not to care.
If he really forgets about me so soon,
I guess I would hate him.
Cangxuan.
What's wrong with me?
You're fine.
It's just that
you've really fallen for him.
I regret it now.
If I hadn't intended
to have Tushan Jing's support,
none of this would have happened today.
Have you forgotten?
I was the one who saved him.
I already knew him.
However, you didn't have
real feelings for him then.
I gave him the opportunity
to approach you step by step
and walk into your heart.
All right.
You may leave.
It's something between me and Jing.
Besides,
I've never regretted liking him.
Why should you blame yourself?
Don't worry about me.
Time will heal everything.
I just need a little more time
to forget the past.
Xiaoyao.
All right.
You have to remember
that many people depend on you now.
You must always stay clearheaded.
Understand?
All right.
Have an early night.
Don't worry.
I've never been too harsh on myself.
Go.
I'm leaving.
Upon hearing that Your Majesty is unwell,
the clans from the Central Plains
have offered spiritual medicines.
They wish you
a speedy recovery, Your Majesty.
I'm too old
to be healed.
I'm already on borrowed time.
Father, don't worry too much.
You have the blessings of Xiyan.
You must have a long and healthy life.
King Deyan is right.
Even so,
it's time to hand over state affairs
to the younger generation.
I'll make a trip to the east
to honor the heavens on Mount Chenrong.
The ceremony should be grand and solemn.
Deyan.
Yes.
You will be in charge of it.
Yes.
You must prepare carefully.
This ceremony
is of great significance
to you.
I'll announce an important matter
after the ceremony.
I'll definitely not let you down.
That's good.
Uncle Deyan.
I'm sorry for the late welcome.
Please forgive me.
Your grandfather asked me
to prepare for the ceremony.
You and your people not only can't help,
but are also a hindrance.
For the sake of the ceremony,
you should move out of Zijin Peak today.
Yes.
Back off.
Your Highness.
You have a message from Ms. Xinyue.
She invites you to Chenrong Mansion.
Xinyue?
Since my grandfather came here,
she has been living a secluded life.
She's even avoiding Cangxuan.
Why would she want to see me?
Have a seat.
Where is Xinyue?
Actually I'm the one looking for you.
You're looking for me?
What's the matter?
Just say it.
Don't beat around the bush.
Xiaoyao,
let's get married.
What?
I've always wanted to marry you
and you should know it.
I thought
you had long regarded me as a friend.
I feel relaxed with you,
so I think marrying you is a good idea.
Don't you mind what happened
between Chief Tushan and me?
Why would I?
Good things are desired by all.
I just hate that he won you over first.
Unfortunately, you two aren't destined.
I don't like to beat around the bush.
I told Jing before I came to ask you.
What did he say?
I can see that Jing is upset,
but as long as I'm sincere to you,
he's willing to bless us.
Why do you want to marry me?
You're pretty
with a good temper
and you can drink with me.
Any girl in entertainment places
can do that.
You
You surprised me.
I didn't expect to hear that.
Tell me
the real reason you want to marry me.
I heard that you have moved here.
Without people leading the way,
I couldn't find this place.
Thank you for coming.
You seem calm.
His Majesty will announce Deyan
as the Crown Prince at the ceremony.
That news has spread everywhere.
Clans of the Central Plains
are all in a flurry.
Except for my family,
the other five families
have already sided
with King Deyan.
It's unfavorable for you.
Since my parents died,
I have never been in good times.
No matter what happens,
I'll find a way to deal with it.
Cangxuan has reached
a critical point of life and death.
Yes.
The Chishui family
is the leader of the Four Great Clans.
It can influence the stance
and decisions of other clans.
Yes.
I want to help Cangxuan,
but I must become the chief
to mobilize the Chishui family.
My grandfather and other elders
want me to experience more.
However, I can't wait any longer.
I want to be the chief immediately.
Marrying you is the fastest way.
You want to marry me
because I'm
the princess of Haoling, right?
Not really.
I really like your straightforwardness.
In that case, I won't be coy either.
Did Cangxuan tell you
about the conditions for marrying me?
He said if I want to marry you,
I should have no other women.
Xiaoyao,
you should know what kind of person I am.
I swear.
As long as you marry me,
I'll only have you
as my woman in this life.
You didn't reject me outright,
which means I have a chance.
Others propose marriage
with romantic feelings,
but we are like doing business.
That's why we are a good match.
To be honest,
I've always resisted getting married.
However, if I marry you,
I feel that no matter what happens,
we can sit down
and discuss it calmly.
I think it's not bad to have a wife.
It's too sudden.
After all, it's about my marriage.
Let me think about it.
All right.
I'll wait for your news.
Rest assured.
Everything is going well.
-Then we
-Your Highness.
For the ceremony,
His Majesty has mobilized 100,000 troops
to cordon off 100 Li
around Mount Chenrong.
Zijin Peak is now
controlled by Deyan's men.
His Majesty turns a deaf ear to it.
We have 20,000 elite soldiers.
They can either attack to win
or ensure your safe withdrawal.
All right.
My men and I will be on guard
and we are willing to die
for Your Highness.
It has been a while.
Is Cangxuan doing well lately?
Given the current situation,
I can't say he's doing very well.
However, he looks the same as usual.
Occasionally,
he would take Shuhui for a walk
along the mountain stream after dinner.
If you want to help Cangxuan,
you'd better marry my brother.
I know.
You're mocking me in your heart.
If I really want to help Cangxuan,
why don't I marry him?
I grew up in Xiyan City.
I seem to have a noble status,
but in the eyes of those Xiyan nobles,
I'm the descendant of the defeated.
I'm just a hostage
used to restrain
my father and grandfather.
Do you know
what it's like to be a hostage?
I don't know,
but Cangxuan has been a hostage
in Haoling for 200 years.
I think he should understand.
There was a time
when I prayed every night before I slept.
I prayed that my father wouldn't rebel
because I didn't want to be tortured
to death by the King of Xiyan
and hung atop the city wall.
I didn't want to have
my heart and liver extracted
to make a human puppet.
I know you think I'm too calculating.
Even my brother sometimes gets impatient,
thinking I'm excessively scheming.
However, I can't be as carefree as Nian.
When I was in Xiyan City,
I made a vow
that I would never live
that kind of life again.
I must stand at the highest point.
Xinyue,
you don't need to explain it to me.
This is between you and Cangxuan.
Besides,
Cangxuan never blamed you.
Really?
I'm a descendant
of the Chenrong royal family.
If Cangxuan wants to marry me,
he must have the ability
to give me the grandest wedding.
This isn't just because I want it.
It's what the Xiyan family must give
to the Chenrong family.
Xiaoyao, do you understand?
I'm not just representing myself.
I represent
a defeated royal family
and all the clans in the Central Plains.
You and Nian can marry anyone you like
because the prosperous Haoling Kingdom
is behind you.
People will only praise your nonchalance.
However, I can't.
My simplicity and casualness
will only let people
think of our failure and shame.
Maybe I didn't understand at first,
but now I do.
I think Cangxuan
will understand better than I do.
Originally, I just wanted
to persuade you to marry my brother,
but somehow
I started to talk about myself.
I think it's quite nice.
We haven't chatted like this
for a long time.
Xiaoyao,
everyone knows
that you and Cangxuan are close,
so your future husband
will definitely support Cangxuan.
My brother's status is delicate.
He's from the Chishui family,
but he also has
the Chenrong family's bloodline.
If you marry him,
Cangxuan will get the support
of the Chishui and Chenrong families
at the same time.
I understand.
I'll consider it carefully.
Time is pressing.
What did Xinyue tell you?
Why are you here alone?
She explained to me
why she can't marry you for now
and hoped I could tell you
not to blame her.
-She said
-I fully understand what she said.
Do you understand
or have you never
had expectations for her?
If there are no expectations,
no matter what she does,
you won't be disappointed or blame her.
I told you.
Don't expect anything
and you will never be disappointed.
Xinyue doesn't know
that she has missed the only chance
to gain your trust and expectations.
It's her only chance,
but perhaps even if she knows,
she simply doesn't care.
At this critical juncture,
Xinyue couldn't only invite you over
to talk about this.
What else did she say?
I met Fenglong.
He proposed to me.
Cangxuan,
what do you think
about me marrying Fenglong?
Do you want to marry him?
I do.
Is he good enough for you?
He swore to me that he would be good to me
and only have one wife
for his entire life.
Actually,
that's all a woman wants.
Why aren't you speaking?
Didn't you always wish
that I would give him a chance?
Even so,
you don't have to marry him.
Fenglong is a good man.
He's good-looking,
from a good family,
and talented.
He's devoted to me.
In Dahuang,
can I find a better man than him?
Indeed, you can't find
a better man than Fenglong.
He will be my right-hand man.
With me by your side,
he won't dare to treat you poorly.
All right.
I've decided to marry him.
I'll write to my father right away.
He will be able
to receive the news tomorrow.
Heng,
do you allow Xiaoyao
to marry Chishui Fenglong?
Never mind.
I'll agree to Xiaoyao's request.
If she's unhappy in the future,
as long as I'm still alive,
there will always be a way
to turn things around.
Didn't you promise
to be with me for a lifetime
and always stay by my side?
Xiaoliu.
I'm sorry.
I'm not qualified to be Ye Shiqi anymore.
I can't be with you for a lifetime.
Xiaoliu.
Shouldn't you be
at the succession ceremony
of Chief Chishui?
How do you have time
to do calculations here?
You were saying numbers.
Xiaoyao and Fenglong are engaged.
The news should be spread
throughout Dahuang very soon.
How can it be Fenglong?
In terms of family background and talent,
Fenglong is impeccable.
If Xiaoyao doesn't choose him,
should she choose me,
an unfaithful scoundrel,
or you
What?
You really are a scoundrel.
If Xiaoyao cared about family background,
there would be
no Ye Shiqi in this world.
CHENRONG MANSION
When Deyan and Cangxuan
argued in the court,
Deyan said he would rely
on the old clans of Xiyan
but divide the Central Plains clans.
Meanwhile,
Cangxuan said that he would treat
our clans
and the old clans of Xiyan equally.
What I just said is all true.
Chief Tushan can testify.
Indeed,
I was there at the time
and heard it.
The Four Great Clans
have never been involved in disputes,
but the crisis we are facing now
is comparable to when the Xiyan soldiers
came to our gates.
If Deyan ascends the throne,
based on his strategic governance,
I'm afraid the clans of the Central Plains
will live in suspicion
and never be in peace.
Between Cangxuan and Deyan,
which side should we support?
Isn't it obvious?
Fenglong,
you're being alarmist.
King Deyan is very generous
and values the clans
of the Central Plains.
He's
FAN BIN
Fan Bin, what are you doing?
Deyan pretends to value us
because he has been trying
to suppress Cangxuan.
What he said before His Majesty
are his heartfelt words.
Father, don't make a mistake.
If Cangxuan succeeds,
our family still has a future.
Once Deyan succeeds,
Xiyan or the Central Plains clans
won't accept our family.
We'll be stranded in Dahuang.
Fan Bin has a long-term vision.
You're better
than your narrow-minded brother
who is filled with hatred.
I've gained the support
of the elders in the clan.
I'm taking over
the position of the clan leader.
Guards.
The Chishui family is willing
to support Prince Cangxuan
for the Central Plains
and for my own bright future.
The Tushan family
will support Prince Cangxuan.
I'll stand with Chief Chishui,
supporting Prince Cangxuan.
-We will support Prince Cangxuan.
-We will support Prince Cangxuan.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
Everyone,
why have you all
come together?
I heard that Your Majesty
is going to announce the Crown Prince.
I have something to say.
Go ahead.
Prince Cangxuan is of noble bloodline.
He's virtuous and diligent.
Since he came to the Central Plains,
he has been conscientious
and loved by the people.
Not only the old ministers of Xiyan
but the clans of the Central Plains
also deeply believe
that he's the best candidate
for the Crown Prince.
That's the people's expectations.
Please think carefully, Your Majesty.
-Please think carefully, Your Majesty.
-Please think carefully, Your Majesty.
Please rise.
Cangxuan is indeed good.
However, over the years,
Deyan has helped me
with state affairs.
He's more mature
and thoughtful than Cangxuan.
The selection of the Crown Prince
must be taken seriously.
Don't worry too much.
I'll make
my own decision.
These clans of the Central Plains
are really despicable.
They openly joined forces
to nominate Cangxuan as the Crown Prince.
Uncle Deyan, don't be angry.
Grandfather has decided
to let you succeed.
They can't stir up any waves.
Cangxuan has always been a big threat.
Should we get rid of him first?
Be patient.
Once I ascend to the position
of Crown Prince tomorrow,
I'll take care of it.
Your Highness,
although Zijin Peak
is under Deyan's control,
we have secret tunnels and ambushes.
We can catch them off guard
and you can proclaim yourself a king.
If we don't take action now,
once Deyan becomes the Crown Prince,
we will be at his disposal.
Deyan will definitely kill you.
This is our only chance.
-Your Highness.
-Your Highness.
I've made up my mind.
We won't take action now.
You guys may leave.
-Yes.
-Yes.
What exactly are you thinking?
We've been fighting side by side
in life-and-death moments.
We should toast to each other
for never leaving each other.
I wish we could turn a crisis
into a success as usual,
but our grandfather made it very clear.
Cangxuan.
Why are you hesitating?
Anyway,
aren't you ready
to accompany me no matter what?
Well,
you're getting better at coaxing people.
Cangxuan.
You
Xiaoyao.
I don't want you
to accompany me this time.
After parting today,
we might be separated forever.
If I die,
this flower will be like me,
accompanying you forever.
Ruoshui Clan will follow your commands
and protect you.
Miaopu.
Your Highness.
Send Her Highness away
through the secret tunnel.
Yes.
The ceremony begins.
First, bow to the heavens.
Second, bow to the earth.
Third, bow to the mountains of Chenrong.
The ceremony has concluded.
I bet you have heard the news
before you came.
After today's ceremony,
I'll announce an important thing,
which is the appointment
of the Crown Prince.
You got the wrong news.
Today,
I won't announce the Crown Prince.
Instead,
I'll announce who becomes
the king of the Xiyan Kingdom.
In this lifetime,
I used to engage in warfare.
I have brought peace
and happiness to people.
But I have also brought separation
and pain to people.
I want
all the people of Xiyan
to live in peace and contentment.
I want all the races of Dahuang
to freely choose their own life.
I want all clans of the Central Plains
to admire me
like the clans of the northwest
and the southwest.
I want
the son of the lowly
to have a chance to become a great hero.
However,
I'm getting old
and the Xiyan Kingdom
is moving toward prosperity.
It needs a new king.
This king
should have great ambition,
a keen mind,
a broad heart,
and vigorous energy.
Only such a king
can lead the Xiyan Kingdom
to create a new history
and glory.
I have already cultivated
the best king for Xiyan,
so I choose to abdicate
and let the new king
fulfill my unfulfilled wishes.
Deyan.
Father.
You did a good job.
Thank you, Father.
You arranged the ceremony well.
The new king ascends,
demonstrating his power.
Cangxuan.
Come here.
From today onward,
Xiyan Cangxuan
is the king of the Xiyan Kingdom.
Perhaps you think
I'm not being serious.
After all,
this ceremony isn't grand enough.
It doesn't look like
the coronation of a king at all.
But remember,
people won't remember a king
because of a grand ceremony.
People will only
remember a king
because of what he did.
Grandfather.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
DAMING HALL
Everyone, please rise.
-Thank you, Your Majesty.
-Thank you, Your Majesty.
Let's go.
I'll support you.
Just now,
I didn't see you during the ceremony.
I thought Cangxuan had sent you away
for your safety.
He thought the same as you again.
Well, he's the grandson
of King of Xiyan and Lady Xiezu.
I'm also King of Xiyan's granddaughter.
I pretended to fall into his trap
to let him do his own thing
and not worry about me.
Why are you dressed like this?
I plan to kill Deyan
as soon as you announce him
as the Crown Prince.
As expected of my granddaughter.
Grandfather,
you really played a trick
on everyone today.
Sometimes, being a king is boring.
I have to find some amusement for myself.
Grandfather,
since you have already decided
to pass the throne to Cangxuan,
why didn't you tell him?
What if he
Aren't you afraid
that he will
Are you talking
about the elite troops
Cangxuan hid in Mount Chenrong?
So
So you knew about it.
If he launched a coup to seize the throne,
it would mean he's very much like me.
He will be a good and decisive king.
However, he didn't do so.
He's kinder than me.
I hope
he can bring more peace
to the world.
Grandfather,
where are you planning
to live in the future?
Are you going back to Mount Xiyan?
Cangxuan has just ascended the throne.
The clans in the north and the west
aren't wholly convinced yet.
If I return to Mount Xiyan now,
it will make people think
that there are two kings in one kingdom.
I'll stay in Mount Chenrong
until Cangxuan
has won over all the clans.
After that, I'll consider
returning to Mount Xiyan.
Let's stay in Mount Chenrong
and watch
how Cangxuan becomes a good king.
ADAPTED FROM TONG HUA'S ORIGINAL WORK,
LOST YOU FOREVER
All right. Put me down.
I can do it.
Come on.
-Put me down.
-All right. Stop it.
All right.
You'd better leave now.
You
You saw Jing today.
Well,
have you really
gotten over him?
Yes.
I wish I could do it.
I wish I could forget everything.
Today,
I did it on purpose.
I chatted and laughed
as usual in front of him.
When he looked sad,
I was actually very happy.
If he was like me today,
chatting and laughing
as if nothing happened,
I guess I would feel very upset.
I always say things that I don't mean.
I said we should be strangers,
but in my heart,
I don't want him
to forget me so quickly.
I can pretend like I don't care,
but I won't allow him not to care.
If he really forgets about me so soon,
I guess I would hate him.
Cangxuan.
What's wrong with me?
You're fine.
It's just that
you've really fallen for him.
I regret it now.
If I hadn't intended
to have Tushan Jing's support,
none of this would have happened today.
Have you forgotten?
I was the one who saved him.
I already knew him.
However, you didn't have
real feelings for him then.
I gave him the opportunity
to approach you step by step
and walk into your heart.
All right.
You may leave.
It's something between me and Jing.
Besides,
I've never regretted liking him.
Why should you blame yourself?
Don't worry about me.
Time will heal everything.
I just need a little more time
to forget the past.
Xiaoyao.
All right.
You have to remember
that many people depend on you now.
You must always stay clearheaded.
Understand?
All right.
Have an early night.
Don't worry.
I've never been too harsh on myself.
Go.
I'm leaving.
Upon hearing that Your Majesty is unwell,
the clans from the Central Plains
have offered spiritual medicines.
They wish you
a speedy recovery, Your Majesty.
I'm too old
to be healed.
I'm already on borrowed time.
Father, don't worry too much.
You have the blessings of Xiyan.
You must have a long and healthy life.
King Deyan is right.
Even so,
it's time to hand over state affairs
to the younger generation.
I'll make a trip to the east
to honor the heavens on Mount Chenrong.
The ceremony should be grand and solemn.
Deyan.
Yes.
You will be in charge of it.
Yes.
You must prepare carefully.
This ceremony
is of great significance
to you.
I'll announce an important matter
after the ceremony.
I'll definitely not let you down.
That's good.
Uncle Deyan.
I'm sorry for the late welcome.
Please forgive me.
Your grandfather asked me
to prepare for the ceremony.
You and your people not only can't help,
but are also a hindrance.
For the sake of the ceremony,
you should move out of Zijin Peak today.
Yes.
Back off.
Your Highness.
You have a message from Ms. Xinyue.
She invites you to Chenrong Mansion.
Xinyue?
Since my grandfather came here,
she has been living a secluded life.
She's even avoiding Cangxuan.
Why would she want to see me?
Have a seat.
Where is Xinyue?
Actually I'm the one looking for you.
You're looking for me?
What's the matter?
Just say it.
Don't beat around the bush.
Xiaoyao,
let's get married.
What?
I've always wanted to marry you
and you should know it.
I thought
you had long regarded me as a friend.
I feel relaxed with you,
so I think marrying you is a good idea.
Don't you mind what happened
between Chief Tushan and me?
Why would I?
Good things are desired by all.
I just hate that he won you over first.
Unfortunately, you two aren't destined.
I don't like to beat around the bush.
I told Jing before I came to ask you.
What did he say?
I can see that Jing is upset,
but as long as I'm sincere to you,
he's willing to bless us.
Why do you want to marry me?
You're pretty
with a good temper
and you can drink with me.
Any girl in entertainment places
can do that.
You
You surprised me.
I didn't expect to hear that.
Tell me
the real reason you want to marry me.
I heard that you have moved here.
Without people leading the way,
I couldn't find this place.
Thank you for coming.
You seem calm.
His Majesty will announce Deyan
as the Crown Prince at the ceremony.
That news has spread everywhere.
Clans of the Central Plains
are all in a flurry.
Except for my family,
the other five families
have already sided
with King Deyan.
It's unfavorable for you.
Since my parents died,
I have never been in good times.
No matter what happens,
I'll find a way to deal with it.
Cangxuan has reached
a critical point of life and death.
Yes.
The Chishui family
is the leader of the Four Great Clans.
It can influence the stance
and decisions of other clans.
Yes.
I want to help Cangxuan,
but I must become the chief
to mobilize the Chishui family.
My grandfather and other elders
want me to experience more.
However, I can't wait any longer.
I want to be the chief immediately.
Marrying you is the fastest way.
You want to marry me
because I'm
the princess of Haoling, right?
Not really.
I really like your straightforwardness.
In that case, I won't be coy either.
Did Cangxuan tell you
about the conditions for marrying me?
He said if I want to marry you,
I should have no other women.
Xiaoyao,
you should know what kind of person I am.
I swear.
As long as you marry me,
I'll only have you
as my woman in this life.
You didn't reject me outright,
which means I have a chance.
Others propose marriage
with romantic feelings,
but we are like doing business.
That's why we are a good match.
To be honest,
I've always resisted getting married.
However, if I marry you,
I feel that no matter what happens,
we can sit down
and discuss it calmly.
I think it's not bad to have a wife.
It's too sudden.
After all, it's about my marriage.
Let me think about it.
All right.
I'll wait for your news.
Rest assured.
Everything is going well.
-Then we
-Your Highness.
For the ceremony,
His Majesty has mobilized 100,000 troops
to cordon off 100 Li
around Mount Chenrong.
Zijin Peak is now
controlled by Deyan's men.
His Majesty turns a deaf ear to it.
We have 20,000 elite soldiers.
They can either attack to win
or ensure your safe withdrawal.
All right.
My men and I will be on guard
and we are willing to die
for Your Highness.
It has been a while.
Is Cangxuan doing well lately?
Given the current situation,
I can't say he's doing very well.
However, he looks the same as usual.
Occasionally,
he would take Shuhui for a walk
along the mountain stream after dinner.
If you want to help Cangxuan,
you'd better marry my brother.
I know.
You're mocking me in your heart.
If I really want to help Cangxuan,
why don't I marry him?
I grew up in Xiyan City.
I seem to have a noble status,
but in the eyes of those Xiyan nobles,
I'm the descendant of the defeated.
I'm just a hostage
used to restrain
my father and grandfather.
Do you know
what it's like to be a hostage?
I don't know,
but Cangxuan has been a hostage
in Haoling for 200 years.
I think he should understand.
There was a time
when I prayed every night before I slept.
I prayed that my father wouldn't rebel
because I didn't want to be tortured
to death by the King of Xiyan
and hung atop the city wall.
I didn't want to have
my heart and liver extracted
to make a human puppet.
I know you think I'm too calculating.
Even my brother sometimes gets impatient,
thinking I'm excessively scheming.
However, I can't be as carefree as Nian.
When I was in Xiyan City,
I made a vow
that I would never live
that kind of life again.
I must stand at the highest point.
Xinyue,
you don't need to explain it to me.
This is between you and Cangxuan.
Besides,
Cangxuan never blamed you.
Really?
I'm a descendant
of the Chenrong royal family.
If Cangxuan wants to marry me,
he must have the ability
to give me the grandest wedding.
This isn't just because I want it.
It's what the Xiyan family must give
to the Chenrong family.
Xiaoyao, do you understand?
I'm not just representing myself.
I represent
a defeated royal family
and all the clans in the Central Plains.
You and Nian can marry anyone you like
because the prosperous Haoling Kingdom
is behind you.
People will only praise your nonchalance.
However, I can't.
My simplicity and casualness
will only let people
think of our failure and shame.
Maybe I didn't understand at first,
but now I do.
I think Cangxuan
will understand better than I do.
Originally, I just wanted
to persuade you to marry my brother,
but somehow
I started to talk about myself.
I think it's quite nice.
We haven't chatted like this
for a long time.
Xiaoyao,
everyone knows
that you and Cangxuan are close,
so your future husband
will definitely support Cangxuan.
My brother's status is delicate.
He's from the Chishui family,
but he also has
the Chenrong family's bloodline.
If you marry him,
Cangxuan will get the support
of the Chishui and Chenrong families
at the same time.
I understand.
I'll consider it carefully.
Time is pressing.
What did Xinyue tell you?
Why are you here alone?
She explained to me
why she can't marry you for now
and hoped I could tell you
not to blame her.
-She said
-I fully understand what she said.
Do you understand
or have you never
had expectations for her?
If there are no expectations,
no matter what she does,
you won't be disappointed or blame her.
I told you.
Don't expect anything
and you will never be disappointed.
Xinyue doesn't know
that she has missed the only chance
to gain your trust and expectations.
It's her only chance,
but perhaps even if she knows,
she simply doesn't care.
At this critical juncture,
Xinyue couldn't only invite you over
to talk about this.
What else did she say?
I met Fenglong.
He proposed to me.
Cangxuan,
what do you think
about me marrying Fenglong?
Do you want to marry him?
I do.
Is he good enough for you?
He swore to me that he would be good to me
and only have one wife
for his entire life.
Actually,
that's all a woman wants.
Why aren't you speaking?
Didn't you always wish
that I would give him a chance?
Even so,
you don't have to marry him.
Fenglong is a good man.
He's good-looking,
from a good family,
and talented.
He's devoted to me.
In Dahuang,
can I find a better man than him?
Indeed, you can't find
a better man than Fenglong.
He will be my right-hand man.
With me by your side,
he won't dare to treat you poorly.
All right.
I've decided to marry him.
I'll write to my father right away.
He will be able
to receive the news tomorrow.
Heng,
do you allow Xiaoyao
to marry Chishui Fenglong?
Never mind.
I'll agree to Xiaoyao's request.
If she's unhappy in the future,
as long as I'm still alive,
there will always be a way
to turn things around.
Didn't you promise
to be with me for a lifetime
and always stay by my side?
Xiaoliu.
I'm sorry.
I'm not qualified to be Ye Shiqi anymore.
I can't be with you for a lifetime.
Xiaoliu.
Shouldn't you be
at the succession ceremony
of Chief Chishui?
How do you have time
to do calculations here?
You were saying numbers.
Xiaoyao and Fenglong are engaged.
The news should be spread
throughout Dahuang very soon.
How can it be Fenglong?
In terms of family background and talent,
Fenglong is impeccable.
If Xiaoyao doesn't choose him,
should she choose me,
an unfaithful scoundrel,
or you
What?
You really are a scoundrel.
If Xiaoyao cared about family background,
there would be
no Ye Shiqi in this world.
CHENRONG MANSION
When Deyan and Cangxuan
argued in the court,
Deyan said he would rely
on the old clans of Xiyan
but divide the Central Plains clans.
Meanwhile,
Cangxuan said that he would treat
our clans
and the old clans of Xiyan equally.
What I just said is all true.
Chief Tushan can testify.
Indeed,
I was there at the time
and heard it.
The Four Great Clans
have never been involved in disputes,
but the crisis we are facing now
is comparable to when the Xiyan soldiers
came to our gates.
If Deyan ascends the throne,
based on his strategic governance,
I'm afraid the clans of the Central Plains
will live in suspicion
and never be in peace.
Between Cangxuan and Deyan,
which side should we support?
Isn't it obvious?
Fenglong,
you're being alarmist.
King Deyan is very generous
and values the clans
of the Central Plains.
He's
FAN BIN
Fan Bin, what are you doing?
Deyan pretends to value us
because he has been trying
to suppress Cangxuan.
What he said before His Majesty
are his heartfelt words.
Father, don't make a mistake.
If Cangxuan succeeds,
our family still has a future.
Once Deyan succeeds,
Xiyan or the Central Plains clans
won't accept our family.
We'll be stranded in Dahuang.
Fan Bin has a long-term vision.
You're better
than your narrow-minded brother
who is filled with hatred.
I've gained the support
of the elders in the clan.
I'm taking over
the position of the clan leader.
Guards.
The Chishui family is willing
to support Prince Cangxuan
for the Central Plains
and for my own bright future.
The Tushan family
will support Prince Cangxuan.
I'll stand with Chief Chishui,
supporting Prince Cangxuan.
-We will support Prince Cangxuan.
-We will support Prince Cangxuan.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
Everyone,
why have you all
come together?
I heard that Your Majesty
is going to announce the Crown Prince.
I have something to say.
Go ahead.
Prince Cangxuan is of noble bloodline.
He's virtuous and diligent.
Since he came to the Central Plains,
he has been conscientious
and loved by the people.
Not only the old ministers of Xiyan
but the clans of the Central Plains
also deeply believe
that he's the best candidate
for the Crown Prince.
That's the people's expectations.
Please think carefully, Your Majesty.
-Please think carefully, Your Majesty.
-Please think carefully, Your Majesty.
Please rise.
Cangxuan is indeed good.
However, over the years,
Deyan has helped me
with state affairs.
He's more mature
and thoughtful than Cangxuan.
The selection of the Crown Prince
must be taken seriously.
Don't worry too much.
I'll make
my own decision.
These clans of the Central Plains
are really despicable.
They openly joined forces
to nominate Cangxuan as the Crown Prince.
Uncle Deyan, don't be angry.
Grandfather has decided
to let you succeed.
They can't stir up any waves.
Cangxuan has always been a big threat.
Should we get rid of him first?
Be patient.
Once I ascend to the position
of Crown Prince tomorrow,
I'll take care of it.
Your Highness,
although Zijin Peak
is under Deyan's control,
we have secret tunnels and ambushes.
We can catch them off guard
and you can proclaim yourself a king.
If we don't take action now,
once Deyan becomes the Crown Prince,
we will be at his disposal.
Deyan will definitely kill you.
This is our only chance.
-Your Highness.
-Your Highness.
I've made up my mind.
We won't take action now.
You guys may leave.
-Yes.
-Yes.
What exactly are you thinking?
We've been fighting side by side
in life-and-death moments.
We should toast to each other
for never leaving each other.
I wish we could turn a crisis
into a success as usual,
but our grandfather made it very clear.
Cangxuan.
Why are you hesitating?
Anyway,
aren't you ready
to accompany me no matter what?
Well,
you're getting better at coaxing people.
Cangxuan.
You
Xiaoyao.
I don't want you
to accompany me this time.
After parting today,
we might be separated forever.
If I die,
this flower will be like me,
accompanying you forever.
Ruoshui Clan will follow your commands
and protect you.
Miaopu.
Your Highness.
Send Her Highness away
through the secret tunnel.
Yes.
The ceremony begins.
First, bow to the heavens.
Second, bow to the earth.
Third, bow to the mountains of Chenrong.
The ceremony has concluded.
I bet you have heard the news
before you came.
After today's ceremony,
I'll announce an important thing,
which is the appointment
of the Crown Prince.
You got the wrong news.
Today,
I won't announce the Crown Prince.
Instead,
I'll announce who becomes
the king of the Xiyan Kingdom.
In this lifetime,
I used to engage in warfare.
I have brought peace
and happiness to people.
But I have also brought separation
and pain to people.
I want
all the people of Xiyan
to live in peace and contentment.
I want all the races of Dahuang
to freely choose their own life.
I want all clans of the Central Plains
to admire me
like the clans of the northwest
and the southwest.
I want
the son of the lowly
to have a chance to become a great hero.
However,
I'm getting old
and the Xiyan Kingdom
is moving toward prosperity.
It needs a new king.
This king
should have great ambition,
a keen mind,
a broad heart,
and vigorous energy.
Only such a king
can lead the Xiyan Kingdom
to create a new history
and glory.
I have already cultivated
the best king for Xiyan,
so I choose to abdicate
and let the new king
fulfill my unfulfilled wishes.
Deyan.
Father.
You did a good job.
Thank you, Father.
You arranged the ceremony well.
The new king ascends,
demonstrating his power.
Cangxuan.
Come here.
From today onward,
Xiyan Cangxuan
is the king of the Xiyan Kingdom.
Perhaps you think
I'm not being serious.
After all,
this ceremony isn't grand enough.
It doesn't look like
the coronation of a king at all.
But remember,
people won't remember a king
because of a grand ceremony.
People will only
remember a king
because of what he did.
Grandfather.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
-Greetings, Your Majesty.
DAMING HALL
Everyone, please rise.
-Thank you, Your Majesty.
-Thank you, Your Majesty.
Let's go.
I'll support you.
Just now,
I didn't see you during the ceremony.
I thought Cangxuan had sent you away
for your safety.
He thought the same as you again.
Well, he's the grandson
of King of Xiyan and Lady Xiezu.
I'm also King of Xiyan's granddaughter.
I pretended to fall into his trap
to let him do his own thing
and not worry about me.
Why are you dressed like this?
I plan to kill Deyan
as soon as you announce him
as the Crown Prince.
As expected of my granddaughter.
Grandfather,
you really played a trick
on everyone today.
Sometimes, being a king is boring.
I have to find some amusement for myself.
Grandfather,
since you have already decided
to pass the throne to Cangxuan,
why didn't you tell him?
What if he
Aren't you afraid
that he will
Are you talking
about the elite troops
Cangxuan hid in Mount Chenrong?
So
So you knew about it.
If he launched a coup to seize the throne,
it would mean he's very much like me.
He will be a good and decisive king.
However, he didn't do so.
He's kinder than me.
I hope
he can bring more peace
to the world.
Grandfather,
where are you planning
to live in the future?
Are you going back to Mount Xiyan?
Cangxuan has just ascended the throne.
The clans in the north and the west
aren't wholly convinced yet.
If I return to Mount Xiyan now,
it will make people think
that there are two kings in one kingdom.
I'll stay in Mount Chenrong
until Cangxuan
has won over all the clans.
After that, I'll consider
returning to Mount Xiyan.
Let's stay in Mount Chenrong
and watch
how Cangxuan becomes a good king.